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The International Conference on Inclusive Insurance 2026 will take place from 19-23 October 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda. Around 1000 experts from 50+ countries will discuss and identify ways of accelerating growth and economic viability in inclusive insurance for emerging markets. The conference will be hosted by the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN), the National Bank of Rwanda (NBR), Access to Finance Rwanda (AFR), Rwanda Insurers Association (ASSAR), and Rwanda Insurance Brokers Association (RIBA) in cooperation with Munich Re Foundation and the Microinsurance Network.

The last decades years have seen the insurance sector in emerging markets enjoy steady growth in client outreach and premium volumes. New technologies are boosting market coverage. The global middle class is predicted to number nearly five billion within two decades — but many of these individuals will still lack a formal safety net provided by insurance and will risk falling (back) into poverty. Climate change may make the situation worse because the frequency of extreme events will continue to increase, and low-income countries with a large proportion of poor and vulnerable communities will be disproportionately impacted by their effects.

Around the world, insurers, governments and development partners are pioneering scalable insurance schemes, mobile distribution models, climate and disaster risk financing mechanisms and effective public–private partnerships. These innovations are expanding protection to underserved populations and demonstrating that inclusive insurance can be both impactful and economically viable. ICII 2026 will provide a platform to showcase these initiatives and encourage their global adoption.

Representatives from insurance and reinsurance companies, brokers, distribution channels, technology providers, investment funds, international organisations, NGOs and development aid agencies, as well as academics, policy makers and insurance supervisors, from 50+ countries will attend the conference. Delegates will exchange views on current growth trends and risks in emerging markets and discuss key factors for successful implementation and maximised business opportunities to bring supply and demand to the next level.

The conference will feature around 80 speakers in 25 sessions on key topics addressing an interdisciplinary audience. Keynote speeches will look at the latest international, national and local insights.

For questions regarding registration,  the venue, hotel and visa, and sponsorship options please contact :

Nelson Kubwimana (Access to Finance Rwanda - AFR)

nelson@afr.rw

For general information about the conference, please contact the Munich Re Foundation

info@munichre-foundation.org